Uses Of Date Plants, Seeds And Leaves

Date palm is a cultivated pal tree and it is known for its ornamental value. Not only the fruits used for numerous culinary purposes but the leaves and seeds are also used for many other reasons. Thus, different parts of date palm have used amazingly to treat a variety of diseases.

Date palm is very common in warm zones of UAE. This is an ancient cultivated food and has a lot of importance in the Mediterranean and other tropical areas. Date fruits are very nutritious and healthy and it is the main source of medicine. Let us explore, and find out multiple used of date plants, seeds, and leaves.

Uses of date plant seeds:

Date plant seeds have fatty acids and they are specially used in soaps and cosmetics. Date seeds have an amazing chemical structure and they are appropriate as a core component for oxalic acid. These seeds have health benefits. It protects you against diabetic problems. It also helps to prevent DNA damage and protect livers and kidneys. As they are smaller in size and they can easily be burnt and used as effective charcoal.

Amazing uses of date palm trunk and leaves:

Date palm leaves stalk are smaller and look longer; however, they are very strong and they can be easily used in construction in houses. Date palm trunks are also used in fences, flooring of small huts and furniture. It can also be burned for fuel and converted into charcoal.

Date palm leaves are used in framework and in the roofing material. They are also used in baskets and mats. Another amazing use of date palm seeds is that it can be easily turned into animal food. Hence, it provides a great source of food for numerous animal species. They are best for horses, camels, and goats. They can also be used to feed the chicken. Date palm seeds contain oil which is considered as a useful ingredient and used in multiple purposes.

Date plants:

Date palm is used as an attractive specimen. They are used in subtropical and tropical climates. Date palm fruit contains tannin which is considered as an effective astringent. This can be used to treat sore throat, fever, and other abdominal problems. The seeds of date palm can transform into a paste as it is best in treating ague. Toothache can be treated with date palm roots and the gum extracted from the trunk can be used to treat diarrhea as well.

Every date tree can easily produce 50 to 300 lbs annually; this fruit is generally harvested from September through December. This fruit can be used in cereals or candies. Finally, date palm trees are fully utilized perfectly as the environmental issues are concerned. Date palm trees help to reduce the atmospheric temperature and the intensity of pollutants which are due to industrial activities. They are a good source of construction and landscaping. Furthermore, it provides protection against oxidative stress in the brain. It also reduces pollutants like carbon dioxide and dust. It works as a windbreak.